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Jen Riegle
Coverage of Jen Riegle in the Nexus archive.
- Officials warn wildland firefighters about the risks of using a supplement for smoke exposure
Officials warned that a supplement called glutathione, used by Western wildland firefighters exposed to toxic smoke, has not been proven safe or effective. The International Association of Firefighters cautioned consumers regarding product safety due to contamination risks found in recalled supplements. Despite the use of the supplement at locations like Spokane, Washington, experts noted the lack of evidence supporting its benefits.